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Matthew Selman

Death by Force
Case Description
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On the evening of May 10, 2025, Columbus Police officers responded to a reported shooting in the 1400 block of Briarwood Avenue. Upon arrival, they discovered the victim, Matthew Selman, a 43-year-old White male, unresponsive and suffering from gunshot wounds. Columbus Fire medics arrived shortly after and pronounced him deceased at 10:50 PM.

Authorities have confirmed that the next of kin has been notified. The investigation is ongoing as detectives work to determine a motive behind the ...Read More
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  • https://www.nbc4i.com/news/local-news/columbus/one-dead-in-shooting-near-northeast-columbus-park/
  • Police identify victim killed in North Linden shooting - WSYX
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    Victim Details

    Matthew Selman

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Columbus

    OH

    2025-05-10

    43

    Matthew

    Selman

    11/10/2025

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    Just read about the tragic loss of Matthew Selman on Briarwood Avenue. My thoughts are with his fami... ...Read More
    05/13/2025
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